Definitions

1. noun

The process or manner in which a person was raised or brought up, especially as affecting their character or behavior.

“The psychologist studied the correlation between the upbring and the adult personality of her patients.”

2. noun

A person’s early life or upbringing.

“Her upbring in a poor family had a lasting impact on her values and ambitions.”

3. verb

To raise or bring up a child.

“She devoted herself to upbring her children after their parents’ divorce.”